The Ride

Inside the world of photographer and director, Ben Christensen. The American West has always been a land of great legend, where rugged landscapes and adventurous tales of outlaws and bandits come together to shape a culture unlike any other in the world. For photographer and filmmaker Ben Christensen, this world, the one featured in his favorite films, is less props and set decorations and more a...

Father's Day is a cherished chance to spend quality time with dad, stepping away from the daily grind to celebrate the bond shared. Inspired by a video from @thewaltonadventure, one delightful way to mark the occasion is by embarking on a hiking adventure. The video showcases a father and daughter tackling the trails, surrounded by the serenity of nature. This is a great example...

Summer is upon us and soaking up the rays of sunshine is part of what we do in the country. Country girls are embracing the season with open arms and a spirit of joy. @mschwyzcj7b captures the spirit of rural summer days with scenes of horseback riding through sunlit fields and cooling off by a creek. These are the places that we want to...

The Western aesthetic has long been a staple of American culture, influencing everything from fashion to music. Recently, the trend has seen a resurgence, with none other than Queen Bey herself, Beyoncé.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Beyoncé (@beyonce) At the recent Grammy Awards, Beyoncé turned heads and made headlines with her choice of accessory—a chic cowgirl hat. It wasn't...

The story of Reba McEntire's rise to fame is as captivating as her voice, a narrative that began in the heart of the American West and has since resonated across the nation. It was at the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Oklahoma City where Reba's journey to stardom was set in motion—a moment where talent, opportunity, and pure Western spirit converged. In the late...

The Ride is our hand-picked collection of ALL things we love about the West. In the end, if anything we post makes your journey a little bit richer, we did our job.  Enjoy the Ride!